1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Longchamp | 325 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
